> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.themetalverse.net/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Kiwi Ears x Z Reviews Serene: A Bass-Forward Closed-Back Planar - URL: https://www.themetalverse.net/kiwi-ears-serene-review/ - Published: 2025-11-05T18:28:12.000Z - Updated: 2025-12-23T16:50:21.000Z - Author: The Metalverse - Tags: Headphones, Gear Reviews *Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for my honest review. The Metalverse is an independent website, and all opinions expressed are our own with no monetary incentive. We thank the team at* [*Kiwi Ears*](https://kiwiears.com/?ref=themetalverse.net) *for giving us this opportunity.* ### Kiwi Ears x Z Reviews: Serene 8.3 The Metalverse Score #### ##### Pros - Excellent bass character - New proprietary planar technolgy - Engaging and fun tuning - Good quality included cable ##### Cons - Requires a lot of power - Earpads are a bit small - Can sound slightly compressed compared to open-back headphone styles Price $159 [Buy at Kiwi Ears](https://kiwiears.com/products/kiwi-ears-x-z-reviews-serene?%5Fpos=1&%5Fsid=93f50c570&%5Fss=r&ref=themetalverse.net) Linsoul [Check Price](https://www.linsoul.com/products/kiwi-ears-x-z-reviews-serene?ref=themetalverse.net) AliExpress [Check Price](#)